Elk Knob State Park, NC

Average Rating: 5.0
Average Rating: 5.0
Average Rating: 5.0
Average Rating: 5.0
Average Rating: 5.0
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All 6 individual campsites in the state park are located along the Back Country trail and are hike-in backcountry, primitive sites; there is no car-camping.The terrain is rugged and can be challenging. Camping is allowed with a reservation and permit at 6 backpack camping sites ...
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Back Country Trail
Primitive
6
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
Back Country Trail
Primitive
6
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
Back Country Trail
Primitive
6
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
Back Country Trail
Primitive
6
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
Back Country Trail
Primitive
6
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
Back Country Trail
Primitive
6
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
Elk Knob State Park
Primitive Group Camping
26
Electric Hookup - no Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
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Description

All 6 individual campsites in the state park are located along the Back Country trail and are hike-in backcountry, primitive sites; there is no car-camping.The terrain is rugged and can be challenging. Camping is allowed with a reservation and permit at 6 backpack camping sites along the trail. All campsites must be reserved in advance, which can be made as late as the same day, although we recommend making your reservation prior to your park visit, as cellular service is not reliable in the park. fee is charged for all campsites, and campers must have a reservation number for their camping permit.There are no facilities. .The Back Country Trailhead is located at 5564 Meat Camp Road, Todd, NC 28684. GPS coordinates: 36.331880, -81.689635

Geography:

Groupsite B is nestled within a hollow surrounded by mountains to include Elk Knob, Snake Mountain and The Peak. The site is fully exposed to sunlight and provides little shade.

Recreation:

Elk Knob State Park is known for its spectacular hiking trails and vistas from the summit of Elk Knob. Trout fishing is permitted within the headwaters of the New River and posted trout waters exist adjacent to park property. Bird watching is popular as the park is home to the Golden-winged Warbler.

Plan B country store is a ten minute drive from the park and will provide small food items. Lowes Food is a fifteen minute drive to Boone from the park and will offer additional camping related items. The closest restaurant is in Boone.

Facilities:

The only associated facility is the pit privy which is located centrally between the two group sites.

Nearby Attractions:

Elk Knob State Park offers four hiking trails totaling 5.5 miles. The park also offers a zone camp, three primitive backpack family campsites, a picnic area, an amphitheater, a park office and gift shop. Educational programs are offered most weekends.

Primitive
Mon Aug 24 2026 - Tue Feb 23 2027

Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.

Primitive Group Camping
Mon Aug 24 2026 - Tue Feb 23 2027

Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.


Season Schedule

Park Season
Start
End
Peak
Thu Jan 01 2026
Thu Dec 31 2026
Peak
Fri Jan 01 2027
Fri Dec 31 2027
Within Park
  • Accessible Picnic Areas
  • Amphitheater
  • Hiking
  • Overlook
  • Park Gate
  • Restrooms
  • Trailhead Parking
  • Visitor Center
Within 10 Miles
  • Accessible Vault Toilets
  • Campfire Programs
  • Educational Programs
  • Gift/Souvenir Shop
  • Scenic Overlooks
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Hospital

Fees and Cancellation

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Facility Rates*
Park Season
Site Type
Nightly/Daily Rates
Peak Season
Jan 01 2026 -
Dec 31 2026
Primitive Group Camping
$47.00
Primitive
$17.00
Peak Season
Jan 01 2027 -
Dec 31 2027
Primitive Group Camping
$47.00
Primitive
$17.00

*Displayed rates do not reflect discounts, attribute fees (electrical hookups / water hookups), taxes or incremental charges

**Weekly rates may not be available for all sites

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
36.34338, -81.67579
36°20'36"N, 81°40'33"W

This facility is operated by Elk Knob State Park. Please send any comments to elk.knob@ncparks.gov.
The campsite does not have a physical address as it is located in the backcountry.
Getting to Elk Knob State Park
5564 Meat Camp Road, Todd, North Carolina 28684
Mailing Address:
Elk Knob State Park
5564 Meat Camp Road
Todd  NC  28684
Phone Number:
Information:  (828)297-7261